2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Jake Misisco, Lionheart Strategic Management, LLC

Number of years at firm: 7 One thing on my bucket list: Visit Egypt – the pyramids and hieroglyphs are fascinating, and I would love to travel and see them myself. What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Over the course of my career at Lionheart, I’ve originated and assisted on almost $1.4 billion of loans, which I’m very proud of.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Emily Lettieri, Connect Commercial Real Estate

Number of years at firm: 6.5 What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Connect served as a full-service agency for KBS Direct – KBS’ direct investment platform.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Ingrid Stack, Stack Electric of New York, Inc.

Number of years at firm: 5 What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I have spent the past year as a trusted master electrician leading major commercial project build outs including fortune 500 HQ’s throughout NYC.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Gabriella Schwalbe, Besen Partners

Number of years at firm: 1 year  One thing on my bucket list: Visit every continent! When I am not working, I am: Teaching community hot yoga classes at Bode NYC. I recently obtained my Hot Yoga 26+2 certification and hope to be part of their regular class schedule soon.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Jordan Ades, Dansker Capital Group

Number of years at firm: 1 When I am not working, I am: Exploring New York City’s top restaurants, engaging in adult softball and hockey leagues, and spending quality time with friends and family. 

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Jillian Reiner, RM Friedland

Number of years at firm: 5 One thing on my bucket list: To get my Captain’s boating license! When I am not working, I am: In this business, you are never not working, but working is something I truly enjoy.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Michelle Lala, RM Friedland

Number of years at firm: 5 One thing on my bucket list: To travel to Italy with my entire family! When I am not working, I am: I am working out on the Peloton or hanging out with friends and family.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Alberd Misku, Collado Engineering, DPC

Number of years at firm: 9 One thing on my bucket list: To see a rocket launch in person. What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m proud to have worked on many projects that have tested my abilities as an engineer and required me to alter my approach out of the standard norm.

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: David Frattaroli, Cushman & Wakefield

Number of years at firm: 1 One thing on my bucket list: Travel through Europe What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I have been most proud of my efforts, in conjunction with our industrial team, to help market Venture One’s

2023 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Ryan Korzekwinski, Cushman & Wakefield

Number of years at firm: 1 One thing on my bucket list: Go to the Masters When I am not working, I am: playing golf and spending time with my family. I also love to go to concerts and discover new bands and music.